January Weather in Taupo

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Taupo, New Zealand, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (63°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (80°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (45°F). Typically, the humidity level in Taupo throughout January hovers around 69%.

7°C (45°F)

Minimum temperature

17°C (63°F)

Average temperature

27°C (80°F)

Maximum temperature

69%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Taupo averages 70 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 8 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 23 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

70 mm (2.8 inches)

Precipitation

8 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 23 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Taupo reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 7 10 13 14 14 12 9 5 3 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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